Question 1

can taking 200 mg of zoloft (sertraline) a day cause hyponatremia? experiencing worse st memory over past month. occasional nausea & muscle twitches.

Accepted Answer

See your Dr: It sounds like you need a psychiatry consult if your prescription is not from a psychiatrist. If you got your prescription from a psychiatrist, set up an appt.

Question 2

i'm on 50mg sertraline and i read that it can cause low sodium, how likely is that and should i add more salt in my diet? if i eat late or not eat enough i feel weak and i'm worried it's hyponatremia?

Accepted Answer

: Eating more salt will not help. If the cause is Sertraline you may want to discuss changing meds with Dr.  Go to Drugs.com and look up all meds you are taking as many can cause low blood Na. Not likely at your age.

Question 3

what causes hyponatremia in summer?

Accepted Answer

Too much water: Hyponatremia is a disorder of water balance. In the summer as you describe it would because most likely by in excess of water ingestion, or dehydration overall. Excess water consumption can actually be dangerous, and there have been several deaths in marathon runners from drinking too much water.

Question 4

what is clinically-induced hyponatremia?

Accepted Answer

Please clarify: Hi. We do not induce hyponatremia, we treat it. I don't know what you mean by "clinically-induced" hyponatremia. The causes of hyponatremia, and the approach to treating it, depend on whether the circulating blood volume is low, normal, or high. Please clarify your situation with a little information (volume status, heart status, cancer, etc). Good luck!

Question 5

is sertraline better than zoloft?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline): Zoloft is brand name, sertraline is generic zoloft.

Question 6

what r side fx of zoloft (sertraline)?

Accepted Answer

SSRIs: Zoloft or sertraline commonly results in nausea, dry mouth, upset stomach, constipation within the first several weeks, but these should go away.  Other side effects (less common) include sexual side effects (decreased interest, inability to have an orgasm), increased thoughts of suicide in those 25 and younger, blurred vision, abnormal bleeding among others.

Question 7

could zoloft (sertraline) be cut in half?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Many zoloft (sertraline) tablets are scored, and are easily cut in half.

Question 8

what works after zoloft (sertraline) fails?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Antidepressant failure for depression would be no response t an adequate dose for 6 to 8 weeks. There are different classes of antidepressants, and while some may respond to an antidepressant in the same class as the one just tried, often it is helpful to try one of a different class. Cognitive behavioral therapy can also be very helpful. Please speak to the your  physician regarding  options.

Question 9

what is it like to take zoloft (sertraline)?

Accepted Answer

Individualized.: Zoloft is not a pill like Xanax (alprazolam) or Ativan that makes you feel different.  It takes 4-12 weeks to even notice it to start helping, it has side effects that vary by individual, and it usually helps with coping with anxiety/ depression feelings.

Question 10

what to be aware of about zoloft (sertraline)?

Accepted Answer

Zoloft (sertraline): Sertraline is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor type of antidepressant, used to treat depression & anxiety disorders. Some adverse effects include nausea, headaches, irritability & occasionally weight changes. It is advised to be taken with food.

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Can taking 200 mg of zoloft (sertraline) a day cause hyponatremia? experiencing worse st memory over past month. occasional nausea & muscle twitches.

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I'm on 50mg sertraline and i read that it can cause low sodium, how likely is that and should i add more salt in my diet? if i eat late or not eat enough i feel weak and i'm worried it's hyponatremia?

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What causes hyponatremia in summer?

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